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The Mexican company Braskem Idesa, which operates in the USA, has filed for bankruptcy (Chapter 11) and will reduce its massive debt from $2.5 billion to $1.6 billion.

In the second quarter of 2026, Israir Group recorded record revenue, but Operation "Lion's Roar", the strengthening of the shekel, and a jump in fuel prices made it a loss-making quarter. At the same time, the company received approval to sell tickets for direct flights to New York - the first entry of an Israeli competitor into one of the most profitable routes in the world.

The annual consumer price index has stabilized at 1.5%, and the real estate market is showing consistent weakness with price drops of up to 2%, but the severe shortage of skilled workers continues to be a concern.

The National Insurance Institute has announced the date for the transfer of child allowances to over one million eligible families in Israel. The updated payment amounts are provided below.

A new research report by UBS bank presents the sectors that will show an abnormal growth of about 25% in profits, and explains which stocks should be examined right now despite the fear of escalation and global inflation.

Shufersal is launching a promotion on fruits and vegetables and offering a variety of popular products from leading brands for ten shekels. Alongside this, the chain is introducing significant discounts on perfumes and cosmetic products.

The Swiss bank Julius Baer estimates that the exclusive dominance of tech giants is nearing its end, and points to new opportunities in Europe and Asia towards the end of 2026.

Yields in the USA have crossed a worrying threshold and offer a low-risk alternative. At the Poriya investment house, they analyze the impact of geopolitical tension and identify the point at which it is worth selling dollars.

Banking and insurance led a positive turnaround in Tel Aviv after indices fell by up to 1.5%. Matrix boosted the software sector, and Aran surged following the deal with Dedi Barnea's Ondas. In the background, high oil prices and yields are weighing on the world. What to expect today?

A stormy trading day on Wall Street ended with sharp declines, with the semiconductor sector taking the hardest hit. Markets are under pressure due to rising bond yields, oil prices, and geopolitical tensions.

Mor Investment House reported revenues of 610.1 million shekels, a 27% increase year-on-year. Net profit attributable to the parent company reached 88.2 million shekels, with management announcing a 40 million shekel dividend distribution.

The deficit in the National Insurance Institute already stands at billions of shekels, and forecasts indicate that the institution may face a shortage of resources as early as 2029. Economic commentator Matan Hodorov warns: "If we do nothing, in the end, none of us will enjoy social security." So what steps are on the table, and who might have to pay more?

Psagot economists analyze the unusual growth in the second quarter of the year, explain what caused the jump in private consumption, and warn about the dramatic decision expected in the US regarding the interest rate level.

Volatility in the world's largest currency has dropped to one of the lowest levels in history, and the American investment firm warns that this very quiet is a harbinger of a sharp move. What is the direction - up or down?

Rotem Sela shared an Instagram story featuring a view of the Tel Aviv coastline, tagging developer Ido Hajaj with the caption: "Soon there will be an apartment here." Sela and her husband, Ariel Rotter, previously purchased a multi-million shekel unit in the Hajaj Group's INFINITY TOWER project.

The Tel Aviv Stock Exchange ended the session with gains in its two main indices. The TA-35 index rose by 0.04% to 4,176.34 points, while the TA-125 index climbed 0.36% to 4,040.87 points.

Electra has won the tender for the Highway 5 project, which includes a 25 km two-way fast lane and a transport hub with 3,200 parking spaces. The project is expected to be operational by 2031.

Many self-employed individuals and business owners face financial confusion between home and business expenses. A new platform offers a comprehensive management and clearing solution, with unique adaptation for the Haredi public and a significant two-year fee waiver.

Azorim Living, which moved from a heavy loss of millions of shekels to a net profit of tens of millions, reveals its second-quarter 2026 data and reports an occupancy rate of nearly 100% across its properties.

The non-bank credit company Michlal Mimun reports a strong second quarter of 2026 with a net profit of 17.5 million shekels and outlines plans to expand its support portfolio by hundreds of millions of shekels.

Chinese retail giant AliExpress is launching a major PR initiative in Israel. The company has tapped Debi Communications to spearhead its local strategy, starting with service upgrades including a reduced free shipping threshold of 139 shekels.

Dreams come true: Yonatan Ben-Shabat was severely wounded during the fighting in Gaza and today moves in a wheelchair, but this week he celebrated the opening of the new branch of his jewelry brand at Azrieli.

A new collective agreement has been signed, significantly upgrading employment conditions for 2,000 bus drivers at Kavim. The deal includes special monthly bonuses, increased welfare budgets, and salary hikes totaling thousands of shekels.

While the leading currency in the market manages to maintain stability and even rise slightly, Ethereum and Binance Coin disappoint traders with a red trend and surprising prices at the end of the trading day.

Apartment prices in the periphery are relatively low, but vary from city to city. What is happening in Arad and Yeruham, and are off-plan apartments still a good deal?

The fashion chain from the Castro-Hoodies group recorded a 70% jump in net profit to 30.6 million shekels and approved a 30 million shekel dividend. Despite improved margins, the stock, with a market cap of 1.03 billion shekels, has fallen by 15% year-to-date.

Nike remains one of the world's most prominent corporations, but a 78% drop from its all-time high prompts investors to examine whether the current price presents a genuine investment opportunity.

The District Committee has approved an urban renewal (pinui-binui) plan for a complex significantly damaged during the war. Details on the cooperation between the Tidhar Group and the Ramat Gan Municipality.

While the restaurant industry struggles for every shekel, the owner of the restaurant in question on Nachalat Binyamin breaks the rules and explains why he lets his customers "beat the system" knowingly.

An analysis reveals that contractors receive only 16% of the money due to 'on paper' sales. Ministry of Finance data explains why large contractors survive while small ones collapse.

The FFO of the company, managed by Hay Galis, rose by 6.8% in the half-year to approximately 532 million shekels, occupancy rates in Israel are touching 100%, and the company is pushing forward a series of new "Big Fashion" complexes. What is hidden behind the numbers and why is it important for your pension?

The "Rami Levy Shivuk HaShikma" chain is stepping up its efforts in the battle for the consumer's wallet by lowering prices on dozens of popular products, including a key home item.

In celebration of the brand's decade of activity in the country, the official importer is launching a major promotion, lowering prices on dozens of sought-after kitchen and home appliances.

The Ministry of Economy has finalized the allocation of duty-free yellow cheese import quotas, ensuring availability at low prices across hundreds of Carrefour locations and neighborhood stores.

The holding company's quarterly loss was primarily driven by accounting write-downs in the British Brockton Everlast and Energix, while operational results of held companies rose by 14%. The stock trades at 30 shekels against a Net Asset Value (NAV) of 42.5 shekels. Is the discount justified?

The "Rami Levy Shivuk Hashikma" chain is taking a dramatic step and lowering prices on dozens of popular food, beverage, and cleaning products. Here are the details of the promotions that will last until mid-September.

The luxury market in Jerusalem is not stalling: foreign residents are purchasing luxury apartments for tens of millions of shekels, at an average price of nearly 15 million shekels per unit.

The premium hair care brand Kérastase is launching a collaboration with Super-Pharm, opening an experiential space at the Ofer Ramat Aviv Mall featuring styling stations, games, and personalized gifts.

A few days after the insurance giant reported massive profits of hundreds of millions of shekels, CEO Ronen Agassi and senior management left their offices to participate in a field initiative alongside a star from the series 'Checkout' (Kupa Rashit).

Tel Aviv closed in the red as Mizrahi Tefahot disappointed and dragged the banks down, but Maytronics surged on reports of talks for FIMI to enter. On Wall Street, oil jumped and yields are at a 19-year high. What is expected today?